Philip: The Story of a Boy Violinist: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
Philip: The Story of a Boy Violinist: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
Philip: The Story of a Boy Violinist is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Young, Virginia C.; Hungerford, Mary C. (Mary Churchill).
Catalogue synopsis
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"Philip: The Story of a Boy Violinist" by T. W. O. is a fiction work written in the late 19th century. It depicts the life of a young boy named Philip, who grows up in a coal mining community with his mother Mag and grandfather. The narrative explores their struggles, the deep bond between them, and the transformative experiences that shape Philip’s artistic aspirations, particularly his interest in music and violin playing. At the start of the story, Philip is introduced as a cheerful child living in the oppressive darkness of a coal mine, highly imaginative and largely oblivious to his challenging surroundings. He finds solace in conversations with his mother and playful interactions with his dog, Dash. The opening chapters delve into the family's hardships, their humble life, and the sadness surrounding the absence of Philip’s father. Themes of love, loss, and dreams of a better life are evident as Mag's past afflictions and longings for her late husband become intertwined with Philip's hopeful aspirations. As the story progresses, it hints at challenges ahead, including tragedy and change, which will undoubtedly affect both Philip and Mag’s lives.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Philip: The Story of a Boy Violinist
- Author credits: Young, Virginia C.; Hungerford, Mary C. (Mary Churchill)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Boys -- Fiction
- Violinists -- Fiction
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- Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
- Category: Music
- Category: Novels
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